What to buy for a shuffleboard tournament

A shuffleboard tournament needs more than tables and discs. You also need reliable scoring supplies, tools to level and maintain the boards, and a practical drinks and snack setup for players between matches. This shopping list covers the equipment and serving items to prepare before participants arrive. Check quantities against your venue capacity, number of shuffleboards and expected match schedule, then buy or borrow replacements at least one week before the tournament.

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What to bring

Grouped the way you'd shop for it, with quantities.

Furniture

Tablesqty 10
Chairsqty 50
Bar stoolsqty 4
Foldable tablesqty 2

Sports equipment

Sjoelbaksqty 6
Sjoelschijvenqty 180
Shuffleboard brushesqty 6
Sjoelbak waxqty 2
Tape measuresqty 3
Spirit levelsqty 3
Spare boardsqty 6
Scoreboardsqty 6

Tableware

Reusable cupsqty 60
Coffee cupsqty 50
Platesqty 60
Cutlery setsqty 60
Small bowlsqty 12
Serving utensilsqty 8

Kitchen

Coffee machinesqty 2
Kettlesqty 2
Hot drink urnsqty 4
Coolersqty 4
Cutting boardsqty 3
Knivesqty 6
Thermos flasksqty 3

Equipment

Bluetooth speaker
Microphone
Extension cordsqty 4
Power stripsqty 4
Stopwatchesqty 4
Calculatorsqty 3

Decorations

Competition postersqty 6
Tableclothsqty 10
Name badgesqty 50
Pensqty 30
Prizesqty 3

Lighting

LED light stringsqty 4

Cleaning

Vacuum cleaner
Mopsqty 2
Bucketsqty 2

Catering

Groceries
- Coffee - 3 packs
- Tea - 2 boxes
- Sugar - 1 kilo
- Milk - 6 liters
- Oat milk - 2 liter
- Still mineral water - 8 bottles
- Sparkling mineral water - 6 bottles
- Cola - 6 bottles
- Cola Zero - 6 bottles
- Sinas - 4 bottles
- Bitter lemon - 3 bottles
- Apple juice - 3 packs
- Alcohol-free beer - 2 six-packs
- Beer - 4 six-packs
- White wine - 4 bottles
- Red wine - 3 bottles
- Paprika chips - 4 bags
- Plain chips - 4 bags
- Party nuts - 3 bags
- Snack mix - 3 bags
- Cheese cubes - 2 kilos
- Grapes - 2 kilos
- Apples - 30 pieces
- Cucumber - 4 pieces
- Cherry tomatoes - 2 kilos
- Baguettes - 8 pieces
- Butter - 1 kilo
- Young cheese - 2 kilos
- Back ham - 1 kilo
- Chicken breast topping - 1 kilo
- Hummus - 4 tubs
- Vegetable soup - 8 liters
- Tomato soup - 8 liters
- Croutons - 4 bags
- Mayonnaise - 1 bottle
- Ketchup - 1 bottle
- Dish soap - 2 bottles
- All-purpose cleaner - 2 bottles
- Rinse aid - 1 bottle
- Sponges - 6 pieces
- Microfiber cloths - 10 pieces
- Paper towels - 6 rolls
- Toilet paper - 24 rolls
- Trash bags - 2 rolls
- Aluminum foil - 2 rolls
- Cling film - 2 rolls
- Paper napkins - 150 pieces
- Tealight candles - 30 pieces

Tips

Plan one complete set of scoring supplies for every active shuffleboard, plus at least 10% spare scorecards and writing equipment. Missing scorecards can slow down every round.
Check each shuffleboard at least 24 hours before the event. Confirm that you have wax, brushes, measuring tools and spare boards available before players arrive.
Provide one reusable cup per participant, plus at least 10% extra for volunteers, spills and replacements. Keep coffee cups separate if hot drinks are served.
Set up the bar and buffet with serving utensils, small bowls, plates and cutlery before registration opens. Players should not have to queue for basic serving equipment during the first matches.
Test the microphone, Bluetooth speaker, extension cords and power strips during setup. Keep drink coolers and hot-drink equipment away from cables and the shuffleboard playing area.

Frequently asked questions

What equipment do I need for a shuffleboard tournament?: You need shuffleboards, shuffleboard discs, brushes, shuffleboard wax, scoreboards, scorecards, tape measures and spirit levels. Keep spare boards and extra scoring supplies available in case equipment fails during the tournament.
How many cups and plates should I buy for a shuffleboard tournament?: Allow one reusable cup, plate and cutlery set per expected participant, then add at least 10% extra. For 40 players, prepare at least 44 of each item so volunteers and replacements are covered.
When should I check the shuffleboard tables?: Check and level the tables at least 24 hours before the tournament, then inspect them again during final setup. This leaves time to source a replacement board or correct an uneven playing surface.
What do I need for drinks and snacks at a shuffleboard tournament?: Prepare coolers, serving bowls and utensils, plates, cutlery, cutting boards and knives, plus coffee machines, kettles or hot-drink urns and thermos flasks. Set everything up at least 30 minutes before participant registration begins.

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